Expendables like batteries and printer ink can be a pain to manage when you have to remember a long list of model numbers. Keep that list in your phone so you're prepared next time you're stocking up on supplies.

Home and technology blog Unplggd suggests offloading product model and part numbers to your phone for easy retrieval. This gives you quick and handy access to otherwise easily forgettable information, like the model of ink your printer uses. While there are a lot of great online resources for refilling your ink and toner cartridges, the next time an unexpected sale comes up—or you're just not around to look up a model number—you'll be prepared.

Keeping a simple list of model numbers for things like your printer cartridges, type of RAM, projector bulbs, or the types of batteries your devices take can help in those often forgetful shopping moments.

Have other items you'd suggest keeping handy in your phone? Share them in the comments!